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Leg Swings
Course: PHRE 3040 – Resistance Training Movement Pattern: Lower Body Target: Hip Flexors Synergist(s): Rectus Abdominus
Exercise
Regressions: Progressions:

Equipment: Body Weight
Description:
  1. Support yourself on a wall and face straight ahead.
  2. Swing one leg forward and back like a pendulum, keeping your posture tall and your core engaged.
  3. Try not to swing your leg aggressively at first; instead, lightly start to swing it and grad­ually increase your range of motion.
Common Error(s): Using Excessive Momentum
Spotting:
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